…with training and interests in agriculture, many of whom come from land-grant universities.” USDA is following a rigorous site selection process, with leadership from USDA, ERS, and NIFA involved. USDA…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 12-21-18
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Danielle Leal Multi-Media Journalist & AgNet News Hour Anchor Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1,…
USDA Modifies Branding Requirements for Mexican Cattle
The USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has finalized a rule that will make updates to identification requirements for cattle imported to the United States from Mexico. The…
Perdue Applauds USDA’s 2018 Accomplishments
…major wildfires in 2018 conjointly with local authorities. Customer Service USDA successfully merged the Agricultural Marketing Service, Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration, and the Farm Service Agency’s Commodity Operations…
Avocado Producers Bracing for Light 2019
California Avocados are bracing for a light 2019. July’s heat wave in southern California seems to have affected many of the state’s avocado trees. The California Avocado Commission told AgAlert…
The 2018 Farm Bill is Officially Here
…expanding crop insurance to cover fruits, vegetables, hops and barley, and increasing the margin protection program for dairy farmers. The farm bill also legalizes the production of hemp, which is…
Establishing the National Bioengineered Food Disclosure Standard
…may voluntarily comply with the Standard until December 31, 2021. USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) developed the List of Bioengineered Foods to identify the crops or foods that are available…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 12-20-18
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Danielle Leal Multi-Media Journalist & AgNet News Hour Anchor Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1,…
Almond Update: Almond Orchard 2025 Goals
The Almond Board of California has set aggressive goals for the industry to reach by 2025. Reduce the amount of water used to produce a pound of almonds by 20%, increase adoption…
Ag in the Classroom Important for Every Student and Educator
…into their everyday teachings. The organization has a website which features farm facts sheets, contests, a magazine, available programs, upcoming events, grants, scholarships and much more. Executive Director Judy Culbertson,…
EPA Recognizes Reducing Food Waste
Winners include Sprouts Farmers Market, LA County Department of Public Works and EcoSet Consulting The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has recognized five California organizations for their outstanding efforts to…
Genome Published of the Small Hive Beetle, a Major Honey Bee Parasite
Beekeepers and researchers will welcome the unveiling of the small hive beetle’s genome by Agricultural Research Service (ARS) scientists and their colleagues. The small hive beetle (SHB) is a major…
California Table Grape Industry Gets $10 Million in USDA Relief
…added to the USDA Food Purchasing Program for the first time. As part of the overall trade mitigation program, USDA has previously announced that it would be setting aside $12…
Industry Excited for Dairy Policy Reforms in Farm Bill
Industry members have expressed significant support for some of the dairy policy reforms put forth in the farm bill that should prove beneficial for dairy farmers. The National Milk Producers…